Past Interviews
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Mikelanglo // The Tin Star
Fri 19 Jan 2024 09:00
Brunswick Beach Party is back for its second year, featuring a one-off reunion show from surf ’n’ western legends Mikelangelo and the Tin Star, the tropical noir stylings of Sydney’s Rufino and the Wreckage, and a set from Melbourne underground surf garage trash trio Maquina Peligrosa. Mikelangelo drops in to the Ports of Paradise to talk about Tin Star's one-off reunion and Brunswick Beach Party happening at The Brunswick Ballroom on January 21.
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Slatty D & Adrian Whitehead // Moreland City Soul Revue
Thu 18 Jan 2024 13:30
on Radio City
Vocalist Slatty D and Hammond Organist Adrian Whitehead of Moreland City Soul Revue drop in to Radio City to talk about their new single 'Merri Bek' and its launch happening at Cross Street Music Hall in Brunswick on January 21.
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Connie Sgarbossa // SeeYouSpaceCowboy
Wed 17 Jan 2024 00:00
Vocalist Connie Sgarbossa for San Diego Sasscore band SeeYouSpaceCowboy speaks to Ryan about her first time touring Australia in January/February 2024 (supporting Stick To Your Guns), working on a new album and being an LGBTQ+ role model as a trans woman.
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Jim Ward // Sparta
Wed 17 Jan 2024 00:00
Vocalist and guitarist for Sparta, Jim Ward talks to Ryan about their upcoming Australian tour to celebrate the 20th anniversary of 'Wiretap Scars,' and plans to record a new album in 2024.
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Stuart Braithwaite // Mogwai
Tue 16 Jan 2024 20:00
Scottish post-rock monarchs Mogwai are bringing their epic live show back to Australia for the first time in six years. Unleashing their colossal sound in all its beauty and fury, the tour will feature Mogwai’s UK 2021 number one record 'As The Love Continues,' as well as classic Mogwai tracks from their innovative career. Guitarist and vocalist Stuart Braithwaite talks to Chris about the tour.
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J Mascis // Dinosaur Jr.
Tue 16 Jan 2024 17:30
on Firewater
Celebrating 30 years of their much-loved landmark album Where You Been, Dinosaur Jr. will play the seminal record in its entirety followed by a set of songs from the band’s extensive catalogue at Tent Pole Festival 2024. J Mascis catches up with Claire. Tune in to Firewater to hear their conversation.
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Will Clifford
Mon 15 Jan 2024 15:00
on Homebrew
Beat Mag contributor Will Clifford joins Brooke on Homebrew for a guest mix.
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Josh Olave
Mon 15 Jan 2024 15:00
on Homebrew
Moor Music and Northcote Theater present Kalopsia Vol 1.5, a two-stage 13-hour event that transcends boundaries and ignites the senses. Blending live music, vibrant DJs, delectable food vendors, captivating lighting and visuals, and art installations, Kalopsia aims to be uplifting and celebratory of Melbourne's beloved music community, showcasing genres ranging from neo-soul, jazz, funk, disco and more. Moor Music founder Josh Olave joins Brooke to talk about this event happening on January 20.
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Telephones
Fri 12 Jan 2024 14:00
on Tomorrowland
Berlin-based Norwegian DJ and producer Telephones is known for his free-spirited curveball-mix ranging from balearic tutti-frutti, proto-house and percussion-workouts to cosmic techno, discokraut-gymnastics and outer-worldly explorations. He drops in to PBS for a special guest mix on Tomorrowland today. Tune in from 1pm for some Friday arvo magic!
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Bradley Zero
Fri 12 Jan 2024 13:15
on Tomorrowland
Tune in to Tomorrowland today to hear from the one and only Bradley Zero, DJ extraordinaire, broadcaster and founder of revered South London label Rhythm Section INTL. Do not miss this one!
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Colleen 'Cosmo' Murphy
Wed 10 Jan 2024 19:15
on Stardust
Prolific music educator, curator, presenter, and DJ Colleen 'Cosmo' Murphy has an impressive resume in music that includes working with David Mancuso on the Loft parties in NYC, and hosting cult favourite shows like Classic Album Sunday and Balearic Breakfast on Worldwide FM. Following her standout Melbourne performances this holiday season, Cosmo dropped in to PBS for a chat with Ella Stoeckli. Tune in to Stardust to hear more.
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Benny Peters // The Flybyniters
Wed 10 Jan 2024 13:00
Benny & The Flybyniters have been a stalwart of the Melbourne roots music scene since 1999. Tune in to Jumpin' the Blues to hear Tom catch up with Benny about The Flybyniters' gig at George Lane on January 28
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The Alum Ridge Boys & Ashlee
Tue 9 Jan 2024 13:00
The Alum Ridge Boys & Ashlee are Virginia’s torchbearers of the old-time sound. Their powerful harmonies and energetic instrumentals have captivated audiences. Deep knowledge and appreciation for traditional music enables the band to craft tasteful original songs and instrumentals that blend seamlessly alongside the classics. Tune in to Southern Style to hear a special live set from The Alum Ridge Boys & Ashlee.
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Loefah + Snowy + Chinese Daughter
Mon 8 Jan 2024 22:00
on The Blend
The iconic London-based label Swamp 81 is known for bringing bass, grime and breaks to the forefront of the UK electronic music scene. Heavyweights Loefah, Snowy and Chinese Daughter drop in to PBS for a big jam on The Blend. Tune in Monday night from 10pm.
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Romy Hernandez
Sat 6 Jan 2024 12:00
on Fiesta Jazz
Romy Hernandez is a classically trained pianist who draws inspiration from a rich tapestry of Latin jazz, classical influences and cinematic elements to create compositions that have a depth of emotion and musical complexity. Romy joins Jaun Colombo on Fiesta Jazz to talk about her latest album 'Poems of Bliss and Loss' and its launch at the Jazzlab on January 9.
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David M Western
Thu 4 Jan 2024 14:30
on Radio City
Back in October 2023, David M Western released his second album titled ‘On, On & On.' Recorded almost entirely live with minimal overdubbing, it showcases and cements David’s status as one of Australia’s most cutting and exciting young songwriters. David speaks to Crispi about the album and upcoming shows.
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Adam Dewhurst // Trojan Sound System
Fri 22 Dec 2023 11:30
on Riddim Yard
A stalwart of the UK reggae scene, Adam Dewhurst - aka Daddy Ad - is gearing up to bring his might Trojan Sound System down under as part of When Pigs Fly. Ahead of this New Year's Eve event at Collingwood Children's Farm, Adam chats with Rick Howe about all things reggae and riddim. Tune in to Riddim Yard late morning on Friday to hear more.
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Andras & Oscar
Thu 21 Dec 2023 08:00
Andras & Oscar return with 'Temperature of Love', their first single since cult albums Embassy Cafe and Cafe Romantica almost a decade ago. The new single takes it back to the start; a 909, a microphone and an echo machine rolling along under Oscar Key Sung's improvised vocals. Tune in to The Breakfast Spread on Thursday morning to hear from this dynamic duo as they chat and spin tunes with Milo.
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Tino Arteaga // Of Mice & Men
Wed 20 Dec 2023 00:00
Drummer of American metalcore band Of Mice & Men, Tino Arteaga chats to Ryan about their latest album 'Tether,' touring the USA and their upcoming Australian tour in 2024.
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Brenton Harris & Dean Gordon // Catholic Guilt
Wed 20 Dec 2023 00:00
Vocalist Brenton Harris and guitarist Dean Gordon of Melbourne/Naarm alt-rockers Catholic Guilt speak to Ryan about their latest single 'Can You See Me?,' supporting Guttermouth and when we can expect more material.